| Top picks: people, authors,
publications, organizations and ideas: The Work
of Byron Katie is a deeply transformative process of inquiry that is
helping people around the world approach their problems from a perspective
of clarity and inner peace. Jen is a
graduate of The School of The Work and facilitates The Work as part of her
private service offerings and also incorporates The Work in retreats.
http://www.thework.com/index.asp
Enjoy
the experience of Inner Tapestry - Maine's Holistic Journal, is
packed with Articles, Advertising, Directory of Resources, and Events that
support alternative health, ...
www.innertapestry.org/
Your guide to living green in southern Maine! Check out Nurture Through
Nature's eco-cabin rental and custom retreat coupons available in the
Sunrise Guide-The Coupon Book for Healthy and Sustainable Living.
Published annually, look for the 2008 edition of the SunriseGuide at natural
food stores, bookstores and other retail outlets.
http://www.thesunriseguide.com/
The Maine Women's Journal mission is to
enable women to take the action they need to shape their lives for the way
they want to live.
http://www.mainewomensjournal.com/
Natural New England Science news
publication for adults and young people, offering overview of publication,
online sample of current issue and subscription information.
www.naturalne.com/
Northern Forest Canoe Trail The
Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) links the waterways of New York, Vermont,
Québec, New Hampshire and Maine.
http://www.northernforestcanoetrail.org/
Maine Wilderness Guides Organization
advocating for the preservation of remote woods and waters.
http://www.mainewildernessguides.org
This is the on-line home of Gaian Voices,
a quarterly newsletter for people who love the Earth. The purpose of the
newsletter, and this website, is to bring a bit of Gaian or Earth
consciousness into your life.
http://www.gaianvoices.com/
The Saco River Corridor Commission is
committed to protect public health, safety and the quality of life for the
State of Maine through the regulation of land and water uses, protection and
conservation of the region's unique and exceptional natural resources and
through the prevention of impacts caused by incompatible development.
http://www.srcc-maine.org/ . Jen is
a commissioner for the SRCC representing Denmark, one of the 20 towns that
runs along the Saco's course.
Eco-philosopher Joanna Macy, Ph.D., is
a scholar of Buddhism, general systems theory, and deep ecology. She is also
a leading voice in movements for peace, justice, and a safe environment. A
moving influence in spirit and presence for Jen's teaching and learning...
http://www.joannamacy.net/
For information on biodiesel and alternative
fuels~http://biodieselamerica.org
Is your carbon footprint in shape? Estimate your household carbon dioxide
emissions and see how different lifestyle choices can affect the size of
your carbon footprint at Beyond PetroleumR: bp.com/carbonfootprint
From California's
http://driveclean.ca.gov
website, read about the latest technology in cleaner gas cars currently only
available in New England and in California. See the variety of cars now
available as Partial Zero Emissions Vehicles (PZEV). I just took the stand
and the leap to get a 2007 PZEV Subaru Forester. Her name is Zoey. It was
almost ZEVy but Zoey felt right.
Subaru is taking the lead in car
manufacturing by being an environmental leader. Go to
http://www.subaru.com/ Why Subaru
to see their initiatives and awards.
US EPA green vehicle guide:
http://www.epa.gov/emissweb/
US EPA site to see how to buy your
electricity to power your home or business that is sourced from renewables,
aka green power.
http://www.epa.gov/greenpower/locator/index.htm
NTN
has been selected to be an
EPA Green Power Partner!
The Maine Green Power Connection helps
you understand and buy green power in Maine.
http://www.mainegreenpower.org/
Gold Star Families for Peace~We as
families of soldiers who have died as a result of war are organizing to be a positive force in our world to bring our country’s sons and daughters home
from Iraq, to minimize the “human cost” of this war, and to prevent other
families from the pain we are feeling as the result of our losses.
http://www.familiesforpeace.com/
Kids with Cameras is a non-profit
organization that teaches the art of photography to marginalized children in
communities around the world. See the incredible documentary Born Into
Brothels.
http://www.kids-with-cameras.org/home/
Maine's fall foliage information website~www.mainefoliage.com
Few individuals have had as much impact on American history as has Alice
Paul. Her life symbolizes the long struggle for justice in the United States
and around the world. Her vision was the ordinary notion that women and men
should be equal partners in society.http://www.alicepaul.org
See the HBO movie to get a glimpse of Alice's incredible courage:
http://iron-jawed-angels.com/
To make travel arrangements with NTN~a green
travel agency, Earthroutes~
http://www.earthroutes.net
Local favorite artisan woodworker. Great
teacher, artist and person~Eve Abreu, owner of Maine Rustic,
http://www.mainerustic.com
Women Unlimited
improves the economic well-being of Maine women, minorities, and
displaced workers by providing access to and support in trade, technical,
and transportation careers. FMI:
www.womenunlimited.org
Master teacher and Guide, a mentor of Jen's, Ray Reitze
http://www.earthways.net
Leave No Trace: outdoor ethics to preserve wild places
http://www.sierrawilderness.com/lnt.html
Appalachian Mountain Club:
http://www.mountwashington.com/amc/
Thich Nhat Hanh: Vietnamese Buddhist monk, poet, scholar, & peace
activist
http://www.plumvillage.org/
Don Miguel Ruiz, author of The Four Agreements, A Practical Guide to
Personal Freedom
http://www.miguelruiz.com
Wild Succulent Woman; SARK,
Personal growth author and artist specializing in creativity
http://www.campsark.com/
Sandra Steingraber, Author of Living Downstream, A Scientist's Personal
Investigation of Cancer and the Environment,
http://www.steingraber.com/
Lynn Deeves, Popular Maine Singer~Song Writer, singing her
passion
http://www.lynndeeves.com
Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association, sponsor of Common
Ground Country Fair
http://www.mofga.org/
Maine Chefs Specialty Sauces, favorite pick for condiments. I love
a good condiment! Support a small Maine business and treat yourself to an
unparalleled specialty sauce...yum!
MoveOn.org working to make effective
citizen participation by building electronic advocacy groups. http://www.moveon.org
Americans Who Tell the Truth~an artist's representation of great
Americans who spoke the truth by combining their images with their words.
http://www.americanswhotellthetruth.org/index.php
The Weston A. Price Foundation~for Wise Traditions in Food, Farming and
Healing Arts
http://www.westonaprice.org/
Eat Wild features comprehensive, up-to-date information about the benefits
of choosing meat, eggs, and dairy products from pastured animals,
http://www.eatwild.com/
GRACE (Global Resource Action Center for the Environment) works
to end the destructive and dangerous practices of factory farming and to
promote sustainable agriculture. Reform of the farming industry would mean
significant gains for: health, food safety, economic justice, workers'
rights, environmental integrity and animal rights.
http://www.themeatrix.com/action/
Dr. Joseph Mercola, DO, information clearinghouse focused on treating
and preventing underlying causes of ill health.
http://mercola.com/forms/myvision.htm Southern Utah Wilderness
Alliance's overarching goal is to protect Utah's remaining nine million
acres of wild desert lands — lands owned by the American public and
administered on our behalf by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
http://www.suwa.org/
The Mission of Coastal Studies for Girls is to provide high school
sophomores with an opportunity to excel in science and technology in a
community defined by academic, experiential and inspirational learning
through a semester long program.
Coastal Studies for Girls
The Maine Primitive Gathering offers an
opportunity to learn ancient traditions, primitive skills and sustainable
living methods aimed to increase awareness and healing for all of creation,
including the living earth.
www.maineprimitivegathering.org
Lakes Environmental Association,
a non-profit organization, protects the lakes of Western Maine in many ways,
including providing comprehensive water testing for 37 lakes; leading the
battle against milfoil; teaching children and adults about the importance of
protecting watersheds, and offering technical assistance to landowners,
contractors and municipalities.
http://www.mainelakes.org/
Local Picks:
Stone Mountain Arts Center is a beautiful timber
frame music hall hosting national acts up close an personal, only 7 miles
from our retreat lodging in lovely, Brownfield, Maine. Stay in one of our
cabins and take in a great show for a complete getaway.
http://www.stonemountainartscenter.com/ArtsCenter/index.html
The best darn canoe or kayak outfitter ever-Complete
Paddler, Denmark, Maine-sales and rentals as well as accessories. Great
people who stand by their products-Try before you Buy motto,
http://www.completepaddler.com/
Noble House Bed & Breakfast, Our top pick for a local B&B. Rick & Julie Whelchel, Bridgton, Maine
1-888-237-4880,
http://www.noblehousebb.com
Rufus Porter Museum~Rufus Porter, an artist and inventor who lived
from 1792 - 1884 and spent his boyhood years in the Bridgton, Maine area,
helped to create an American culture. Today he is recognized as an
icon of American folk art and founder of the Scientfic American magazine.
www.rufusportermuseum.org
Link Exchanges:
Inspiration House~ Workshops, classes and retreats in Boston area.
Deepen your everyday spiritual practices, expand your creative spirit,
learn about classic spiritual teachings, and connect with a community of
fellow explorers in this season of program offerings from Inspiration
House. www.inspirationhouse.org
Natural eyesight improvement~
www.visionsofjoy.org
Womens Interests~
Womencentral.net- Womens resources and information on a variety of topics pertaining
primarily to women. Information on womens rights, parenting, domestic
abuse, feminism and more.
Directory of woman business information and resources~ WomenBusinessDirectory.com
Maine Hotels & Motels -
a travel and tourism directory for Maine
www.mainehotelsmotels.com
The Beyond Mind Healing Center:
Healing Through the Practice of Self-Acceptance
Alternative Holistic & Chinese Therapies & Resources, Fitness and Anti
aging - everything for your Body, Mind, and Spirit
www.healthshaman.com
Jack Mountain Bushcraft teaches primitive and traditional skills and
facilitates authentic outdoor experiences to help people reconnect with
their ancestors and the Earth.
http://www.jackmountainbushcraft.com
Maine Primitive Skills School provides and preserve ancient skills that
promote awareness and sufficiency with an emphasis on individuals,
communities, and environments in today's world.
http://www.primitiveskills.com/
Tatet.com
This is the regional directory which is to provide relevant links,
adds, goods and products classified by region and topic.
Whispy.com The best place to
visit for Holistic health and healing retreats, cruises, travel
destination vacations and more! Featuring outdoor adventure travel
destinations in the US and around the world including retreats, camping,
hiking, national parks, and other outdoor adventure vacation destinations.
Cheap airline tickets, hotels, car rentals, cruises and vacations
Gordons Guide
Adventure & active travel vacations worldwide! Offering dude
ranches, whitewater rafting, houseboat rentals, bicycle tours, mountain
biking, fly fishing guides, fishing lodges, vacation rentals, resorts, and
over 30 other adventure & active travel categories.
International
Yoga Directory Yoga directory listings sorted by Country. Your Guide
to Yoga Centers, classes, teachers, certificates, programs, retreats, and
Yoga Associations.
List of yoga studios and teachers
around the country. Site also offers information on ashtanga and other
styles of yoga practice.
http://www.absolutelyashtanga.com/directory.html
The Women's Calendar is the largest listing of women's events covering
every possible venue, topic or issue important to women. Women's Calendar
is a superb networking tool for women.
http://www.womenscalendar.org
British Columbia Camping~Direct contacts, descriptions, photos and maps
for campisites, RV parks and camping in British Columbia, Canada. http://www.bc-camping.com
Travel Junkies - Travel Guide to the World:
http://traveljunkies.com
Website packed with insight and information on how to increase your
comfort and options as a solo/single traveler.
http://www.solotravelportal.com
National Internet business directory that helps listed businesses and
customers find each other~ uscity.net
directory URL:
http://www.granadahotel-site.com
AlternativeMedicineDirectory~alternative medicine, health and healing
directory.
http://www.alternativemedicinedirectory.org
Marbella Spain hotel guide, hotel reservation hotels in Marbella Spain
Travel to Marbella Spain, best accommodation in Spain.
http://www.granadahotel-site.com
A travel guide containing unique specialty interest tour packages and
anything associated with specialty travel.
http://www.infohub.com/
Menopause~Doctor recommended herbal alternatives provides
top-quality natural herbal alternatives to prescription medication as well
as some vitamin supplements.
MDHealthline.com
at http://www.mdhealthline.com.
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